News Digest: Congress insulted Kharge, remote control is with a family: Modi

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		Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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		India
		Congress insulted Kharge, remote control is with a family: Modi PM Modi accused Congress on Monday of insulting and disrespecting its president Mallikarjun Kharge during the recent plenary session in Chhattisgarh, suggesting he is only a figurehead and that "someone" else holds the reins. "The weather was hot and everyone standing there (at the plenary session) was feeling the heat, but Kharge did not even have the shade of an umbrella," Modi said at a rally. Stray dogs a menace during morning walks: Gujarat HC CJ NIA court sentences 3 to life term for 2008 CRPF campus attack More India News»

		Science
		AI learns to outsmart humans in video games - and real life Here's how AI has simplified animal behaviour analysis A group from the University of Michigan has created new software to aid researchers in the biological sciences in conducting more effective animal behaviour analyses. Nasa to name first woman as agency's science chief, sources say More Science News»

		Technology
		Xiaomi 13 Pro vs iQoo 11: Comparing two Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phones The Xiaomi 13 series includes three new smartphones -- the Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Lite. Out of this, just the Xiaomi 13 Pro model is the only one which will make its way to the Indian market. Meanwhile, Vivo’s spin-off brand iQoo launched its first flagship of 2023, the iQoo 11 smartphone in January. Realme UI 4.0 early access roadmap: Realme India CEO shares list of devices The company’s official blog post mentions that devices that are eligible to be updated to Android 13 in India will also receive the same update in other regions as well. This means that the Realme device of a user who doesn’t reside in India is on the list, they will also get the update. However, these users might get the update at a different time. MWC 2023: Smartphones, 5G and more on Day 1 of the world's largest mobile industry trade show While there weren’t any new smartphone launches on the Day 1 at this year’s MWC, Chinese companies like OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, Honor, among others showcased a number of products at their booths. More Technology News»

		Business
		A month on, Adani drops from 3rd to 38th in rich list Gautam Adani is now placed at the 38th spot in the Forbes rich list, a far cry from the third position just before the Hindenburg report was published, which impacted his group's stock prices. Currently, Adani's net worth is estimated at $33.4 billion, according to Forbes' real-time tracker, which is an erosion of over $85 billion from $119 billion before the report was published on January 24. Adani Group's mcap plunges nearly 2/3rds in 23 sessions 'El Nino' fears raise food inflation worry The monsoon may still be about three months away, but there are already concerns that an El Nino effect bringing drought-like conditions would raise food inflation. Several research reports have highlighted the possibility of a drop in agricultural output, keeping inflation high during the current financial year. More Business News»

		Sports
		Fighting for the opening slot, Rahul, Gill sweat it out in nets It remains to be seen as who will open the batting with skipper Rohit Sharma in the third Test against Australia in Indore but the players in contention KL Rahul and Shubman Gill leave no stone unturned by sweating it out in the nets. Richa only Indian in ICC's 'Most Valuable Team' of T20 World Cup Having made her presence felt in ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup, Richa Ghosh continued her good form into the senior Women's T20 World Cup that concluded on Sunday. 'If you don't score in India, you will get flak': Ganguly on Rahul It will be difficult for KL Rahul to avoid scathing criticism for his protracted poor run because of the enormous expectations attached with the job, especially when past cricketers have set high standards, says former India skipper Sourav Ganguly. More Sports News»

		Education
		SSC CGL 2022 Tier 1 final answer key released on ssc.nic.in, check direct link The Staff Selection Commission, SSC has released the CGL Tier-I Final Answer Keys along with Question Papers today, February 27, 2023, on the official website of the Commission on ssc.nic.in. The CGL Tier 1 result was announced on February 09, 2023, and now the selection commission has released the final answer key and question papers of Tier-I Exam 2022. MAH MCA CET 2023 registration process begins; check eligibility, direct link The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has opened the online application process for MCA CET 2023. Candidates can apply for the Post Graduate Degree in Master of Computer Applications for the session 2023-24 on the official website at mcacet2023.mahacet.org. The last date to register for the MAH MCA CET is March 09, 2023. IGNOU TEE December 2022 result declared on ignou.ac.in, direct link here Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has declared the Term End Examination December Result 2022 today, February 27, 2023 on the official website at ignou.ac.in. IGNOU conducted the TEE December examination from December 02 to January 09, 2023 in two shifts. Candidates can check their result by clicking on the direct link given below. More Education News»

		Environment
		In a first, US startup plants carbon-guzzler GM trees Snow, rain slam California as Michigan suffers without power Drinking water top issue at world's wettest spots In peak monsoon, it can rain more than 1,000mm in a day in Mawsynram and Cherrapunji, as it did on June 17 last year to set a new 24-hour record of 1003.6mm. Ask Larisa Myrthong to explain the conundrum of unrelenting rain and unreasonable water shortage and she has a response as dry as the water tap she points to. More Environment News»

		World
		White House: No more TikTok on govt devices within 30 days The White House is giving all federal agencies 30 days to wipe TikTok off all government devices, as the Chinese-owned social media app comes under increasing scrutiny in Washington over security concerns. The Office of Management and Budget calls the guidance, issued Monday, a “critical step forward in addressing the risks presented by the app to sensitive government data.” Covid likely came from Chinese lab, cut US aid: Nikki Haley US Republican Party Presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Tuesday said that Covid likely came from a Chinese lab and asked to cut US aid to China. "Covid-19 likely came from a Chinese lab. Cut US aid. Not a cent to Communist China," Haley tweeted on Tuesday. Haley recently said that if voted to power, she will cut every cent in foreign aid for countries that hate the US. From White House, Biden says 'Black history matters' President Joe Biden said Monday that “history matters, and Black history matters” during a White House reception marking Black History Month, a forceful declaration that comes after the state of Florida blocked a new advanced course on African American studies from being taught in its high schools. More World News»

		Environment
		In a first, US startup plants carbon-guzzler GM trees Snow, rain slam California as Michigan suffers without power Drinking water top issue at world's wettest spots In peak monsoon, it can rain more than 1,000mm in a day in Mawsynram and Cherrapunji, as it did on June 17 last year to set a new 24-hour record of 1003.6mm. Ask Larisa Myrthong to explain the conundrum of unrelenting rain and unreasonable water shortage and she has a response as dry as the water tap she points to. More Environment News»

		Hyderabad
		BRS is not scared of raids by central agencies: KTR Flutter at 'prajavani': Why my beer brand not in wine outlets? Woman dies by suicide in Hanamkonda More Hyderabad News»

		Chandigarh
		PGI cleared 11% kidney transplants last yr: RTI New panoramic view coaches' trial run on Shimla track goes smoothly 11 bottling plants receive fire NOCs More Chandigarh News»

		Ahmedabad
		22-year-old takes recruitment examination for friend in Gandhinagar, caught ector 7 police in Gandhinagar arrested a man for allegedly taking the recruitment exam for multi-purpose health workers in the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) on behalf of a friend, at the VVMP Polytechnic College exam centre. 22 Ahmedabad women registered as single mothers Educated and independent, there is a growing tribe of women who are realising their motherhood dreams without apparently getting married. Many unable to go for walks due to stray dogs: Gujarat HC Gujarat high court's Acting Chief Justice A J Desai on Monday said that it was becoming difficult for many citizens to go for morning walks because of the stray dog menace. More Ahmedabad News»

		Chennai
		Tamil Nadu lacks political commitments for clean energy transition Tamil Nadu boasts of the highest installed capacity of renewable energy sources but performs poorly with regard to transition to clean and green energy, says a study by Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis. Karnataka, it says, is the only one that scored well across all dimensions of clean electricity transition, followed by Gujarat. Power shutdown on Wednesday Tangedco has announced power shutdown in and around Porur, Alwarthirunagar, and Perambur from 9 am to 2 pm on Wednesday for maintenance work. CM MK Stalin to launch seven programmes today Chief minister M K Stalin would launch seven programmes on Tuesday, including expansion of free breakfast scheme to government school students and lay foundation stone for 44 hospitals at a cost of 1,136 crore, and distribute orders for jobs and welfare schemes. The event will be held in Anna Centenary Library. More Chennai News»

		Bangalore
		After 11 years in business, 3 school burglars caught for first time in Karnataka Three men who were burgling schools during admission season and fleeing with huge amounts of cash and other valuables for 11 years have finally been nabbed. Bengaluru: Expert, firm & locals use natural methods to rejuvenate Electronics City lake Once filled with sludge and muck, Margondanahalli Lake on the southern edge of Electronics City now has 'bathable-quality' water, thanks to a unique initiative by Malligavad Foundation and JSW Foundation. They rejuvenated the waterbody spread over 21 acres with the help of residents. 60% Kannada-medium kids below average in reading: NCERT Close to 60% Kannada-medium students are below the average level of proficiency when it comes to reading, said a recent report by the National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT). More Bangalore News»

		Bangalore
		After 11 years in business, 3 school burglars caught for first time in Karnataka Three men who were burgling schools during admission season and fleeing with huge amounts of cash and other valuables for 11 years have finally been nabbed. Bengaluru: Expert, firm & locals use natural methods to rejuvenate Electronics City lake Once filled with sludge and muck, Margondanahalli Lake on the southern edge of Electronics City now has 'bathable-quality' water, thanks to a unique initiative by Malligavad Foundation and JSW Foundation. They rejuvenated the waterbody spread over 21 acres with the help of residents. 60% Kannada-medium kids below average in reading: NCERT Close to 60% Kannada-medium students are below the average level of proficiency when it comes to reading, said a recent report by the National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT). More Bangalore News»

		Mumbai
		Accused Hitesh Jain wants to give brother power of attorney to run shop Hitesh Jain, accused in the murder by slow poisoning of Santacruz businessman Kamalkant Shah, wants to give the power of attorney to his brother to run his gift article business. Police sources said Jain, through his lawyer, moved an application before the court seeking that permission be granted to him to sign that the power of attorney to be given to his brother, Ashok Jain. Santacruz murder: 'Woman, lover wanted to give poison to hubby even in hospital' While Santacruz-based businessman Kamalkant Shah (46) was battling for his life in a hospital due to poison administered by his wife and her lover, the accused duo shared text messages about giving him more poison mixed with water to stop any chances of survival, stated the chargesheet submitted by the police on Monday. Water cut in parts of Mumbai on March 2-3 Water supply in parts of Vikhroli, Bhandup, Kanjurmarg, Powai & Ghatkopar will be affected on March 2-3.This is due to repair work planned by the BMC in some localities of S and N wards. Parts where water supply would be affected include Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Ghatkopar (West), Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar, Shastri Nagar, Subhash Nagar , Ambewadi, Sarvodaya Nagar among others. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Minor girl rescued, 4 held for trafficking Curbs hit traffic, parents dropping children to exam centre struggle in Delhi Owing to restrictions, parts of central and south Delhi witnessed heavy snarls on Monday morning, giving commuters a harrowing time. ED arrests Delhi govt school teacher in cheating case The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a school teacher and a middleman who purportedly duped a person after assuring him of bailing him out in a money laundering probe linked to a Chinese-linked mobile phone loan app fraud, the agency said Monday. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		Minor girl rescued, 4 held for trafficking Curbs hit traffic, parents dropping children to exam centre struggle in Delhi Owing to restrictions, parts of central and south Delhi witnessed heavy snarls on Monday morning, giving commuters a harrowing time. ED arrests Delhi govt school teacher in cheating case The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a school teacher and a middleman who purportedly duped a person after assuring him of bailing him out in a money laundering probe linked to a Chinese-linked mobile phone loan app fraud, the agency said Monday. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		Minor girl rescued, 4 held for trafficking Curbs hit traffic, parents dropping children to exam centre struggle in Delhi Owing to restrictions, parts of central and south Delhi witnessed heavy snarls on Monday morning, giving commuters a harrowing time. ED arrests Delhi govt school teacher in cheating case The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a school teacher and a middleman who purportedly duped a person after assuring him of bailing him out in a money laundering probe linked to a Chinese-linked mobile phone loan app fraud, the agency said Monday. More Delhi News»

		Allahabad
		Umesh Pal murder accused shot in exchange of fire with police in Prayagraj Twenty-four years old Arbaaz, an accused in Friday's sensational murder of Umesh Pal and his police gunner, was shot by the police in an exchange of fire near Nehru Park under the limits of Dhoomanganj police station here on Monday afternoon. A SHO, too, was injured in the exchange of fire and was admitted to SRN Hospital. Besides, the police also arrested an LLB student for his role in the incident. Umesh Pal murder case accused killed in police encounter in Allahabad's Dhoomanganj A murder accused — who was wanted in connection with Umesh Pal murder case — was killed in a police encounter near Nehru Park under the limits of Dhoomanganj police station in UP's Allahabad district on Monday afternoon. Crackdown on power defaulters from next month More Allahabad News»

		Bhopal
		BJP state-unit frontal org meeting at party HQs today Madhya Pradesh: 29 lakh consumers got less than Rs 200 power bill in 16 districts, says discom More than 29 lakh domestic consumers — coming under 16 districts where energy is distributed by central discom — were paid less than Rs 200 as electricity bill in the month of November last year. Bhopal & 8 other dists to get geriatric facility upgrade More Bhopal News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Royal Bengal Tiger sighted in Keonjhar's near Ghatagaon Wildlife officials have captured the movement of a Royal Bengal Tiger (RBT) in Keonjhar district's Ghatagaon area. The sub-adult tiger is believed to be from the adjoining Similipal Tiger Reserve and is exploring new territory. Crimes in Odisha rose by 15% last year The crime graph in Odisha is rising with the state recording 15% rise in overall crime in 2022 compared against 2021, data shared by the government in the assembly on Monday revealed. Opposition leaders said the situation was worrying as offences like dacoity, robbery, theft, burglary and swindling went up last year compared to 2021. Crimes in Odisha went up by 15% in 2022: Minister of state, home in assembly More Bhubaneswar News»

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